DURATION 7 Dias
MAX. ALTITUDE 13,615 ft.
PLACE Cusco y Puno
Min. Age5 - 60 Años
Group Size 16 Personas
Easy
These activities are a walk in the park! You will be able to enjoy the scenery, history, and time with loved ones without exhausting yourself. You do not need any special training, gear, or acclimatization for an “Easy” trek or tour. Terrain will be generally flat and comfortable, highly traveled.
Middle
A step up from “Easy,” these tours require a little more physical effort but are still 100% manageable to anyone with or without adventure experience. Again, you do not need special training, gear, or acclimatization for a “Mild” trek or tour. Terrain is generally flat but with possible gentle up- and downhills.
Moderate
Before embarking on a “Moderate” trek or tour, you should be at least partly acclimatized to the high altitude of the Andes as it affects your oxygenation, energy levels, and hydration. These tours are still very manageable without special training as long as you have spent a day or two at high altitude. Terrain often includes moderate up- and downhill walking with possible rough patches or infrequently-traveled sections.
Challenging
“Challenging” treks or tours require that you are acclimated to the Andes’ high altitude before leaving as it affects your oxygenation, energy levels, and hydration. Spending 2-3 days or more at high altitude will help you on the trek. You will need hiking shoes and possibly trekking poles for these treks. You will need to be in good physical shape, and it’s recommended that you train at least some beforehand, possibly with running, biking, or strenuous workout videos. Terrain is often rough, sometimes with steep up- and downhills and often not highly traveled. Generally, these last several hours.
Formidable
These “Formidable” treks are our most difficult treks and require serious effort but are also the most rewarding. It is necessary to be in pristine physical condition. Again, you must be acclimated to the Andes’ high altitude before leaving as it affects your oxygenation, energy levels, and hydration. Spending 4-5 days or more if possible at high altitude will help you on the trek. You will need hiking shoes and possibly trekking poles for these treks. It is important to train physically before these treks so that your body is prepared for the strenuous nature of the trip. Generally, these last at least an entire day in infrequently-traveled areas with rough paths.
Highlights
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DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO
Lodging: Cusco
DAY 2: CHINCHERO – MARAS – MORAY
Lodging: Aguas Calientes.
DAY 3: VISIT TO MACHU PICCHU
Lodging: Cusco
DAY 4: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
Lodging: Cusco
DAY 5: HUMANTAY LAKE
Lodging: Cusco
DAY 6: SUN ROUTE
Lodging: Puno
DAY 7: TOUR TO UROS – AMANTANI BY SPEED BOAT
Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVAL TO CUSCO
- Upon your arrival to the airport in Cusco, we will be there to greet you and take you to the hotel where you’ll be stay during your visit.
- This day will be reserved for resting and acclimatising to the altitude, approximately 3400 meters (11,000 feet).
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 2: SACRED VALLEY (CHINCHERO – MORAY – SALT MINES)
- This day we will begin our adventure up to the high plains, stopping first at Chinchero, an important ancient Inca sitea, known as the birth place of the rainbow. We will visit the main site with its colonial church located upon the ancient archaelogical site and then continue to a local textile center where we will learn about the ancient science of weaving from the artesans, how they bring to magic these wonderful pieces of art dyed with minerals, plants and seeds.
- Continuing through the rolling hills we will visit the enigmatic circular terraces of Moray where we will learn about how these constructions served as an experimental agricultural center to selectivly cultivate the best breeds of Andean staple crops at different temperatures. Near Moray we will stop at the town of Maras to then visit the ancient salt mines, used for thousands of years by local families to supply salt not only to the Incas, but still to this day offering us an example of the natural art of salt harvesting straight from the land.
- In the afternoon, we will travel to Ollantaytambo and board our train to Aguas Calientes for our visit to Machu Picchu.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 3. MACHU PICCHU
- Today we will wake early to have breakfast and board the bus up to Machu Picchu.
- If we are lucky, receive the first rays of the sun as dawn breaks and lights up this magical mountain.
- Your guide will be with you at every moment to inform you about the site and answer any questions. The guided tour through the Sanctuary will last roughly 2 to 3 hours.
- Later we will begin our return to Aguas Calientes for lunch and to take our train to return to Ollantaytambo and finally by car to Cusco.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 4: VISIT TO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
- You will need to wake up early to enjoy this natural marvel at its best. Between 3:45 am and 4:15 am, we’ll pick you up directly from your hotel to start our ride to the south of Cusco through beautiful landscapes of valleys and agricultural communities. First we will drive for around 2 hours to to the town of Cusipata (3,329m / 12,772 ft.).
- After breakfast in Chillihuani we will continue our trip by van, following a beautiful way between the mountains, accompanied by our first views of Ausangate, highest peak of Cusco. Along the way we will pass through herds of hundreds of alpacas and llamas and the occasional shepherd or local people moving about their daily activities.
- Our ascent will begin in Phuluwasipata and last about 2 hours, bringing us to our final destination and highest point on our Rainbow Mountain trek (or Vinicunca trek), at 5,020 mts / 16,470 ft. Here we will stop to admire and appreciate the outstanding views in all directions and the rare geological formations that appear to be painted with exotic colors by Gods hand. Far below and into the distance are infinite valleys and glaciers as far as one can see. We will stop for about 30 minutes – the perfect amount of time to rest, to have a snack, and immerse yourself in this wild environment before we must begin our descent, roughly an hour and a half hours towards the point where we started the day’s hike in Phuluwasipata, there our transport will be waiting to take us to restaurant in Chillihuani where we enjoy an energizing lunch. We will have time after lunch to visit some of the local households and observe the lifestyle and customs that are still being practiced today since Inca times. Here the native language of Quechua is spoken very well and agriculture is essential for life.
- At the end of the day our tour will conclude with an opportunity to meet with local people from the community before making our journey back to Cusco in our private van. We will leave you back at your hotel around 4:30 p.m to 5:30 p.m.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 5: HUMANTAY LAKE
- Early we will pick you up from your hotel to go to Mollepata, where we will have breakfast.
- After breakfast we will continue to Soraypampa, our starting point for the walk. In the ascent we will have the opportunity to observe the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the area.
- We can observe some native birds of the area, as well as get great views of the Andean landscape.
- Once in the lagoon area we can enjoy our snacks, and after that we will be delighted with the spectacular views of the Humantay lagoon and its turquoise waters.
- In the afternoon after lunch, we will return to the city of Cusco.
Accommodation in Cusco.
DAY 6: DEPARTURE TO PUNO (ROUTE OF THE SUN)
In the morning we will depart from the bus terminal and head towards Puno. This is a special journey by bus which allows us to visit the many diverse locations along the way on the route of the sun. There will we planned stops to visit the following:
- Andahuaylillas: (the sistine chapel of the Americas, this temple is one of the best examples of the fusion between Catholic and Andean religions)
- Raqchi: A Inka temple dedicated to the god Wiracocha, construction of monumental dimensions, an estimated 100 meters long, 26m wide, 14m high. This is the only known temple dedicated to the God Wiracocha, creator of the Universe.
- La Raya: Midway point on our journey and highest point on the road – 4335 m.s.n.m. The impressive views here allow us to admire the rugged high altitude, full of tall peaks, many of which are snow-capped, and herds of llamas, alpacas and vicuñas. This is the geografic border between two cultures, the Quechua of Cusco and the Aymara of Puno.
- Pucara: This ceremonial center is one of the oldest and most important of the high plains, well known for its lithic structures and tombs.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 7: UROS (FLOATING ISLANDS) – TAQUILE ISLAND BY SPEED BOAT
- We will make a complete boat tour through the waters of the highest navigable lake in the world, Lake Titicaca.
- We will visit the island of the ancient culture of the Uros.
- After this we will go to the Island of Amantani, where we’ll have a stop to rest and receive our lunch.
- Once in Puno we will say goodbye and in the afternoon we will go to the airport of Juliaca and / or the bus station.
What´s Included
INCLUDED:
- 6 night’s accommodations 03 or 02 stars hotels.
- 6 breakfasts in hotels.4 lunches
- All transportation.
- All transfers.
- Bus to Puno.
- Uros,Amantani tours.
- Turistic bus to Puno.
- Tourist train ticket to Machu Picchu by Executive Service (Inca Rail) and / or Expedition PeruRail (Round trip).
- Tourist ticket
- Buses to Machu Picchu.
- All entrances in Cusco.
- Private guided tour in Machu Picchu.
- Entrances to Machu Picchu.
NOT INCLUDED:
- International flights.
- Intra-flights. (Lima- Cusco / juliaca- Lima).
- Meals where are not stated
- Gratitudes
- Huayna Picchu entrance fee US$35
- Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
THINGS TO BRING:
- Original Passport
- Current University Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- T-shirts
- Comfortable Trousers
- Sun hat
- Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
- Insect repellant
- Personal medication
- Camera and film
Prices & Dates
OFFER PRICES IN BASE – 2 STARS HOTEL |
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| SOLO TRAVELER | US$ 879.00 |
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| ADULTS | US$ 645.00 per person (Min. 02 people) |
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| STUDENTS (With ISIC Card) | US$ 620.00 per person (Min. 02 people) |
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| CHILDREN (Between 07 to 10 years old) | US$ 560.00 per person*** |
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OFFER PRICES IN BASE – 3 STARS HOTEL |
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| ADULTS | US$ 699.00 per person (Min. 02 people) |
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| STUDENTS (With ISIC Card) | US$ 674.00 per person (Min. 02 people) |
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| CHILDREN (Between 07 to 10 years old) | US$ 614.00 per person*** |
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GROUP SIZE:
We offer small groups, no more that 14 people.
Departure Dates
DEPARTURE DATES:
- DAILY DEPARTURES: Our tours can run any day of the week, 12 months a year, as long as we have a minimum of 2 people.
Hotels
IN CUSCO:
1.-Hotel Golden Inka ***
2.- Pumas Cusco Hotel ***
IN OLLANTAYTAMBO
1.-Casa Blanca Lodge
IN AGUAS CALIENTES
1.-Golden Sunrise Machu Picchu ****
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